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Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Teaching Faculty II
Job Summary:
This position will deliver lectures and provide comprehensive instructional program support services for courses and labs in the PharmD, Pharmacology/Toxicology BS, and Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate programs (approximately 50% effort) and serve as an integrated course coordinator (approximately 50% effort) for the integrated pharmacology-pharmacotherapy course series. The individual will be expected to define, update, and deliver a high-quality curriculum using best practices in instructional design and delivery.
Successful candidates will be expected to deliver content related to pharmacology while collaborating with other faculty across divisions in the School of Pharmacy to achieve instructional excellence in team-taught courses. The individual will also interpret test scores and meet with students to assess/assist course progress and to provide advice and guidance when needed. To achieve the above, it is expected that the individual will participate in meetings or programs to learn of opportunities to advance instruction and present ideas related to instructional programs internal or external to the School of Pharmacy. In some instances, it may be necessary to supervise, train, and evaluate teaching assistants (TAs).
Hiring at the I or II level will depend on accomplishments and experience including but not limited to; a strong record of teaching, classroom innovation, the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction and the development of pedagogy/andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning. This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR# 10006957, Teaching Faculty I; please note that only one vacancy exists.
This position is a 9-month appointment.
A start date on or before the beginning of the 2026-2027 faculty contract year (August 17, 2026) is acceptable.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- May make presentations to faculty and to staff members on instructional programs and techniques
- Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
- Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
- Supervises the day-to-day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
- Works with faculty to identify and develop new methods of advancing instruction in the discipline
- Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
- Assists in development of grant proposals for funding of model instruction programs
- Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and may train other staff in use of these techniques
Department:
The Pharmaceutical Sciences division in the School of Pharmacy is composed of approximately 22 faculty who teach basic sciences for the PharmD, Pharmacology/Toxicology BS, and Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate programs.
Compensation:
Qualified candidates can expect to earn between $75,000 and $85,000. Candidates who are highly qualified may earn between $85,000 and $100,000. Exceptionally qualified candidates with additional education, experience, and/or specialized skills may be considered at a higher salary.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year experience in instruction in a laboratory setting
1 year experience in instruction higher education instruction
1 year experience in instruction in pharmacology
Education:
PharmD or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Toxicology, or a related field; degree must be complete prior to position start date.
How to Apply:
Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the required/preferred qualifications and the skills/requirements outlined in the job summary. Please keep in mind, applicants need to articulate all requirements in their cover letter and/or resume. Applicants who have preferred qualifications/skills should share those in the cover letter and/or resume as well.
The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to interviews. PLEASE upload both documents as a SINGLE PDF.
Contact Information:
For issues with your application, please contact Allison Miller at allison.miller@wisc.edu.
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